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12 August 2018 — News story
New plans to update road safety laws to protect cyclists and pedestrians
Consultation to look at whether a new offence equivalent to causing death by careless or dangerous driving should be introduced for dangerous cyclists.
20 August 2018 — News story
Thousands to benefit from new Congleton bypass
Department for Transport to provide £45 million for a project to build a new 3.5-kilometre bypass in Congleton.
20 August 2018 — News story
Sussex economy boosted by multimillion pound road improvements
Newhaven Port access road scheme will move HGVs away from unsuitable local roads and help create jobs.
8 August 2018 — News story
Train firms and tech experts unite to revolutionise rail travel
Plans for greater sharing of train data released.
30 July 2018 — News story
Government kick-starts work on Future of Mobility Grand Challenge
New plans could be the start of an exciting and profound change in how people, goods and services move around the country.
29 July 2018 — News story
People with hidden disabilities to benefit from Blue Badges
Blue Badge scheme to be extended to hidden disabilities, including autism and mental health conditions.
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